Istanbul to St. Petersburg (IST–LED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IST–LED is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Aeroflot lead the route. The flight covers 1,282 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 35 | 32B, 73H | 3h40-3h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SU Aeroflot | 5 | 32A | 5h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach St. Petersburg from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→LED | SAW→LED |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 40 | 28 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 45m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · LED: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in St. Petersburg.
Turkish passport holders need an eVisa to enter Russia. Apply through the official Russian eVisa portal at evisa.kdmid.ru. The eVisa allows stays up to 16 days per entry within a 60-day validity window. The fee is USD 52 for adults. Children under 6 are exempt from the fee. Processing takes up to 4 calendar days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The eVisa covers tourism, business, and humanitarian visits.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–LED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to LED
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Pulkovo Airport (LED) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines and Aeroflot. With 40 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to LED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to LED is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,282 miles (2,063 km). There are approximately 40 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 80 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Belgrade Nikola Tesla, Vnukovo and Antalya. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).